Leadership in Colour from Shez Iqbal, Powered by Media For All [MEFA]

Can you imagine working at a tech juggernaut like Microsoft for 17 years, navigating the ever-evolving terrain while staying authentic to your cultural roots? Well, get ready to meet someone who has done precisely that. Our esteemed guest, Ravleen Beeston, opens up about her inspiring journey, sharing valuable insights into finding fulfilment, embracing opportunities, and managing the challenges t...

In this episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with Collette Philip, the visionary behind Brand by Me. Our conversation was recorded shortly after the Cannes Lions event, providing a fresh perspective on her experiences and insights. Collette shares her reflections on the trip, delves into her extensive industry journey, and emphasizes the importance of cultivating diverse networks. We also e...

BONUS EPISODE: Some Action points following South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM)  Whilst this years theme for SAHM was "Stories to tell" I wanted to deliver you a more practical conversation. I used this roundtable discussion, to answer some of the questions I think many of us have, including: Did we feel the benefits of SAHM, what does it mean to be South Asian and how can leaders support...

Aaron Adams, is the Manager of Platform Expertise at Criteo.  This episode comes from our archives, from when Leadership in Colour was an internal series. You'll hear Aaron give some great, practical advice on  how people can show up in the workplace and what it means to be authentic.  Aaron himself, joined Criteo during the pandemic and has spent a decade in the adtech industry with most of...

Dora Michail-Clendinnen, Chief Strategy Officer at The Ozone Project, shares her story of finding her voice as an individual and as an organization in this authentic and thought-provoking conversation. In this episode of Leadership in Colour, Dora covers off her early years, education, parenting, intersectionality, heritage, and aubergines. She also talks about the importance of diverse media and...

A great conversation with Jayesh Rajdev, Controller of Advanced Advertising at ITV. Jay covers off a lot, from his time growing up in a cornershop, his career journey so far, the importance of mentorship and some thought-provoking advice for those at the start of their career.  Enjoy Leadership in Colour - Voices you may have not heard from before. Your feedback is always welcome, as we strive to...